The sale of some of Petrobras’s oil refineries will lead to an increase in competition in downstream markets. Will it also allow for lasting arrangements designed to mitigate volatility of fuels prices in Brazil? Read more
The Amazon Fund is in crisis after many authorities worldwide suspended donations in response to changes implemented to its governance structure. We suggest a path towards salvaging the fund which revisits the role of Brazil’s Federal Audit... Read more
Brazilian law lacks a broad national security exception that would allow the administration to bar the use of a specific 5G technology based on its country of origin. Requirements applicable to 5G technology in Brazil should, under the current... Read more
Reform of the administration is crucial for Brazil to succeed in its efforts towards sustainable fiscal balance. The Covid-19 pandemic suspended discussions on a proposal of constitutional reform aimed at streamlining the country’s civil service,... Read more
May 2020 brought good news in the ever tense relationship between Federal and local Governments regarding financial matters: a deal ended a 24-year old dispute on compensation owed to states due to certain tax benefits; while a second agreement... Read more
There is a gap of 9.2 times between the club that receives less and the one that receives most from broadcast rights in Brazil. A more balanced distribution of these rights negotiated through leagues would strength Brazilian football clubs and... Read more
Fiscal reforms are making strides but Congress is moving in the opposite direction, as partner Bolívar Moura Rocha discussed in his article on the Financial Times Read more
Petrobras’ plans to sell refineries should enhance competition in the downstream market and create investment opportunities. However, the good news may be hampered by initiatives taken by Brazil’s antitrust authority CADE, which might result... Read more
A major alignment creates space for new investment flows into the oil & gas industry in Brazil. Petrobras has confirmed it will focus on E&P particularly in the pre-salt and plans to implement an ambitious program of asset sales in the downstream... Read more
There is little doubt the new administration will substantially affect the business environment in Brazil, writes Bolívar Moura Rocha, LS partner. But in order to do so, the new leader will face a battle with professionals of politics intent... Read more
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On October 14 Petrobras announced a new policy for the pricing of its oil products. The new rules frustrated those who expected major changes, but nevertheless amount to an important step towards competitive markets in the downstream segment... Read more
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Concerns with energy security, oil prices and climate change are driving strong interest in biofuels in general and in ethanol in particular. Brazil, a traditional player in the sugarcane industry, is particularly competitive in the production... Read more